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Revolutionising dental care – the power of The Wand in conquering needle phobia
We hear how one dentist is addressing needle phobia and anxious patients by addressing the so-called fear avoidance cycle. When…
Dentistry
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The role of sedation techniques in special care dentistry
Dr Shilpa Shah has developed a range of sedation techniques to suit the needs of patients whose ability to access…
Dentistry
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‘Zero pain and fewer cancellations’ – transforming treatment for patients and clinicians
We talk to Dr Reena Wadia, founder and principal periodontist at RW Perio, a dedicated specialist periodontal practice based on…
Dentistry
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Delivering ‘second to none’ dental care
Brite Dental Group’s managing director Stuart Thomson is all about developing talent for the greater good. With a wealth of…
Dentistry
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The key to delivering excellent care and predictable results
Mike Gow, clinical director of the dental anxiety management unit at The Berkeley Clinic in Glasgow, explains how he manages…
Dentistry
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Your tool for supporting preventive education in dentistry
It is often said that those with the broadest shoulders should bear the greatest burden. And if paediatric dentist, Dr…
Dentistry
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Why patient comfort is essential for successful outcomes
‘I don’t want to do bog-standard dentistry. I want to be delivering quality care’: Stewart Beggs explains why patient comfort…
Aesthetic dentistry
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Why modern anaesthetic materials are key for patient confidence
Dentist Nigel Braine-Hartnell explains how modern anaesthetic materials and techniques have helped his patients feel reassured. Treating the fear of…
Dentistry
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The Wand – elevating patient experience
Roma Patel discusses the best ways to elevate your patient experience, including honest communication, an empathetic dental team and pain-free…
Dentistry
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Calming patients’ dental phobia with pain-free anaesthesia
It requires a degree of pragmatism to acknowledge that your chosen profession is not always greeted with enthusiasm. But specialist…
Dentistry
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‘Two ears and one mouth – use them in that order’ – treating nervous patients
Award-winning dental hygienist and therapist Anna Middleton on the alchemy of empowerment, empathy and computer-assisted anaesthesia. The benefits to the…
Dentistry
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The hidden magic behind every successful paediatric appointment
Paediatric specialist Kunal Patel reveals how his approach to treating children is enhancing the dental experience for the next generation…
Dentistry
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When both you and your patient win
Nea Korpela explains how she won The Wand in a competition and outlines how it is improving her patients’ experience.…
Oral health
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The Wand – helping patients feel comfortable in the dental chair
Bradley Abrahams explains the importance of investing in new technology and how The Wand helps patients to feel comfortable. Dentistry…
Private Practice
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How to implement ‘Comfort Zone’ dentistry
Claire Horton explains why it’s so important patients feel comfortable in the dental chair and how to implement ‘Comfort Zone’…
Dentistry
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Finnish hygienist scoops £3,000 Wand unit
We speak to Nea Korpela about her recent competition win where she walked away with The Wand, worth around £3,000.…
Oral health
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Dental phobic patients: consider a sound investment for long-term returns
Known as ‘The Calming Dentist,’ Dr Niall Neeson from Boyne Dental in Navan, explains why ensuring access to dentistry for…
Dentistry
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A fresh approach to inclusive dentistry
Innovation often starts with a blank canvas, as Dr Amin Govani, principal and owner of Manor Dental Centre in Leicester,…
Private Practice
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The Wand – tackling needle phobia
Jatinder Ubhi explains how he first came across The Wand and how it is transforming his patients’ injection experience. Do…
Dentistry
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